Urban Design Lab Handbook – Dialogue-oriented urban transformation processes and practical approaches from Latin America and the Caribbean

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Solutions
the quality of life of residents by contributing to
public order and reducing congestion in the city.
PROJECTS
New Waterfront
To connect the city of Montego Bay with the sea while
helping protect it from coastal hazards, the strategy
will develop the area along the approximately twokilometer
stretch of coast from the Old Hospital Park
to the River Bay Fishing Village into a boardwalk park
including public beaches and seaside recreational
facilities, such as cafes, beach volleyball, etc. This
project will include activities for: (I) beach enhancement
to improve the amenity value of beaches; (II)
shoreline stabilization and erosion control works to
protect against storm surge and coastal erosion; and
(III) coastal access works to provide continuous safe
public access along the shoreline. The waterfront park,
which is susceptible to storm surge, will act as a buffer
zone between the sea and the constructed city. In
addition to increasing the quality of life for residents
by providing them with a pleasant place for recreation
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